Men's Life Recovery Coordinator (Night & Weekend) (PT)

Rockford Rescue Mission; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Rescue Mission in Rockford, Illinois is looking for a dedicated individual to assist in the holistic growth and development of residents. The role includes responsibilities such as communicating with supervisors, helping residents resolve conflicts, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should demonstrate compassion, integrity, and responsibility, with a J03 license required within 90 days of hire. This position aligns with the Mission's Christian values and supports the spiritual development of all involved.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate compassion toward the poor, needy, and homeless.
• Must display respect, gentleness, and accountability when interacting with guests and residents.
• Must engage in safe and healthy work practices.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with the Recovery Services Supervisor regarding resident service assignments.
• Track resident movement and monitor in-house visitations.
• Help residents resolve conflicts and become solution-oriented.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Responsibility

Conflict resolution

Team player

Education

J03 license

Job description

Description

ASSIST IN THE HOLISTIC GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF RESIDENTS

• Communicate with the Recovery Services Supervisor regarding resident service assignments and responsibilities.
• Track resident movement in and out of the facility and monitor in-house resident visitations.
• Help residents to resolve conflicts and become solution-oriented with the problems they experience.

UPHOLD A STANDARD OF CHRISTLIKENESS AND THAT ALIGNS WITH PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS

• Look for opportunities to make referrals to the appropriate staff for follow-up counseling.
• Be vigilant for any inappropriate behaviors, i.e., smoking, drugs and/or alcohol possession or use, threats or physical violence, thievery, and/or weapons.
• Exhibit non-threatening, conflict resolution amidst guest or resident disputes.
• Enforce program principles and procedures in a spirit of compassion and respect (Eph.4:1-3, 7).
• Document any and all corrective actions; filing where designated, and routing copies when appropriate.

MAINTAIN A SAFE AND SECURE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

• Manifest vigilance in helping to prevent any accidents, acts of violence and/or any crisis situations from occurring.
• Note any hazards or potentially hazardous situation by either correcting that situation or referring the issue on to the Recovery Services Supervisor for follow-up.
• Notify appropriate local emergency personnel (medical, mental health, law enforcement, fire department, etc.) when needed; calling Recovery Services Supervisor as indicated in program call procedure.
• Defuse and/or refer all incoming crisis telephone calls; documenting for follow-up.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend monthly Recovery Program staff meetings.
• Attend any internal/external trainings, staff meetings, or seminars as suggested by Recovery Services Supervisor.
• Attend any required first aid, CPR, and/or fire safety trainings as scheduled by Human Resource Director.
• Supervise functions needed in preparation for evening cleaning crew.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Occasional bending, twisting, lifting, moving and walking.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others.
• Provide spiritual encouragement to staff, volunteers, guests, and residents.
• Invest in the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, and donors.
• Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors.
• Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purpose of the Mission.
• Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-197.
• Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values.
• Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings.
• Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism In Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ.
• Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization selected curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must demonstrate compassion toward the poor, needy, and homeless.
• Must manifest Christian character traits of integrity, trustworthiness, responsibility, etc.
• Must display respect, gentleness, and accountability when interacting with the crisis guests and recovery program residents.
• Must be teachable and function as a team player.
• Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities. Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of all staff, volunteers, and Mission guests.
• J03 license required within 90 days of hire.